Acclaim for Alcaraz's win: 'He's like a Superhero' - Alcaraz's victory acclaimed as "a marvel of athleticism" in media headlines
In a jaw-dropping five-set extravaganza, the indomitable Spaniard, Carlos Alcaraz, astounded the world at the 2025 Roland Garros by vanquishing the formidable Jannik Sinner from Italy. This titanic clash, lasting a historical 5 hours and 29 minutes[1][3], smashed records and left indelible marks on the tennis landscape, signifying the dawn of a new age in the sport. Check out some of the most sensational media quotes about the electrifying performance of this young champion.
Spain
- "El Mundo": "Alcaraz defies all odds and triumphs at Roland Garros, securing a second consecutive victory in one of the greatest matches in history."
- "Sport": "A feat never before seen in sports, Alcaraz captures his fifth Grand Slam title, showcasing an incomparable miraculous perseverance."
- "El País": "Alcaraz outwits Sinner following an incredible comeback, reclaiming his Roland Garros crown."
- "AS": Alcaraz reaffirms his status as a monumental champion against all odds, overcoming a two-set deficit and saving three match points in the fourth set."
- "Mundo Deportivo": "Alcaraz plays one of the great matches in history, a dramatic classic filled with a superhero-worthy ending."
- "La Vanguardia": "Sinner exemplifies a perfect machine, while Alcaraz transcends human limits as a superhero."
France
- "Le Parisien": "In an heroic display, Alcaraz saves three match points, carrying the final against Sinner to legendary status."
- "Le Figaro": "An extraordinary comeback propels the triumphant Alcaraz to retain his Paris crown after a masterpiece of a final."
- "Libération": "This epic final becomes the cherry on top of a Paris week that could only have culminated this way."
- "Le Sud-Ouest": "Carlos Alcaraz surpasses legends, saving three match points to convert the match into a final of mythic standing."
- "L'Équipe": "Erasing a two-set deficit, Alcaraz exhibits immense fighting spirit to claim an exceptionally exhilarating final against Jannik Sinner."
Italy
- "Gazzetta dello Sport": "A crushing blow for the Italian dreams of Sinner, who witnesses another incredible comeback from a seemingly unbeatable Alcaraz."
- "Corriere dello Sport": "Sinner leaves a mountain of regret on the red clay, witnessing the second consecutive defeat to Alcaraz in the French Open final."
Around the World
- "Blick": "Alcaraz emerges victorious, salvaging the Roland-Garros crown and plunging Italy into despair."
- "Tages-Anzeiger": "Heroic Spaniard conquers the historic final, serving up tennis from another world."
- "NZZ": "Alcaraz's victory launches the beginning of a rivalry for tennis history, as Federer and Nadal retire for good."
- "Kronen-Zeitung": "Alcaraz wins an epic thriller against Sinner, continuing his conquest of the tennis world."
- "Kurier": "Crazy comeback in a legendary final! Alcaraz remains the king of Paris."
- "The Telegraph": "Alcaraz demonstrates the greatest fighting spirit in tennis history, vanquishing Sinner in a match that could fill a book."
The awe-inspiring victory of Carlos Alcaraz in the 2025 French Open final against Jannik Sinner promises to be remembered as one of the most remarkable moments in tennis history. This marathon match, breaking records and showcasing Alcaraz's superhuman abilities, has relevantly transformed the sport's landscape, leaving a profound impact on the tennis world[1][2].
Despite the seemingly insurmountable odds, Carlos Alcaraz expressed his reservations about repeating his history-making performance in sports-betting, declaring, "I'm not going to be able to do this again." Following his extraordinary victory at the 2025 Roland Garros, Alcaraz's exceptional skills in tennis extended beyond the court, as his name became synonymous with sports-betting's most memorable upsets.